MAYORAL PROCLAMATION

NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATOR’S WEEK

APRIL 11-17, 2010

WHEREAS, emergencies can occur at anytime that require police, fire or emergency medical services: and

WHEREAS, when an emergency occurs, the prompt response of police officers, firefighters and paramedics is critical to the protection of life and preservation of property; and

WHEREAS, Public Safety Dispatchers are the first contact our Residents have with emergency services; and

WHEREAS, Public Safety Dispatchers are the vital link for our police officers by monitoring their activities, providing them information and insuring their safety; and

WHEREAS, Public Safety Dispatchers are more than a calm and reassuring voice at the other end of the phone. They are the “unseen first responders.” They are knowledgeable and highly trained individuals who work closely with other police, fire and medical personnel; and

WHEREAS, Public Safety Dispatchers of the Darien Police Department have contributed substantially to the apprehension of criminals and

WHEREAS, each dispatcher has exhibited compassion, understanding and professionalism during the performance of their job in the past year; and

NOW, THEREFORE, I, KATHLEEN MOESLE WEAVER, Mayor of Darien, do hereby proclaim the week of April 11 through 17th, 2010 to be National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week in honor of the men and women whose diligence and professionalism keep our City and our resident’s safe.

Dated this 5th, day of April, 2010

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Kathleen Moesle Weaver, Mayor

Attest:

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Joanne Coleman, City Clerk